Mechanical (SMP)

Abis Co; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Abis Co. seeks a seasoned mechanical technician to service rotating and static equipment in oil & gas and petrochemical plants.

You will perform installation, inspection, preventive/corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and overhauls to ensure reliability and efficiency. The role requires hands-on experience with compressors, turbines, gearboxes, seals, relief valves, and machining tasks, plus strong safety discipline and documentation of maintenance records.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or technical field with mechanical focus.
• Experience in Oil & Gas or petrochemical environments preferred.
• Strong maintenance and troubleshooting knowledge for rotating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot rotating and static mechanical equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance for reliability.
• Inspect and troubleshoot compressors, engines, gas/steam turbines, and gearboxes.
• Overhaul, repair, and replace damaged components.
• Conduct vibration analysis and condition monitoring.
• Perform alignment, lubrication, and mechanical seal inspection/replacement.
• Inspect relief valves, actuators, and MOV actuators.
• Carry out machining using lathe and workshop equipment.
• Identify faults and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Support installation, commissioning, and testing of mechanical systems.
• Adhere to safety procedures (OSHA) and maintenance practices.
• Prepare maintenance reports and maintain records.
• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams for safe operations.

Skills

Rotating equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Vibration analysis

Lubrication systems

Equipment alignment

Preventive maintenance

Condition monitoring

Mechanical seals

Relief valves & MOV actuators

Machining (lathe)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Mechanical Technology

High School Diploma / Vocational in Mechanical Tech (exp. candidate)

Tools

Lathe machines

Mechanical workshop equipment

Machining equipment

Job description

• Perform installation, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of rotating and static mechanical equipment within Oil & Gas and petrochemical facilities.

• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure the reliability and efficiency of mechanical equipment.

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain rotating equipment, including compressors, engines, gas turbines, steam turbines, and gearboxes.

• Perform mechanical equipment overhauling, repair, and replacement of damaged components.

• Conduct vibration analysis and equipment condition monitoring to identify potential mechanical failures.

• Perform equipment alignment, lubrication, and mechanical seal inspection and replacement.

• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot relief valves, valve actuators, and Motor Operated Valve (MOV) actuators.

• Carry out machining activities using lathe machines and other mechanical workshop equipment.

• Identify mechanical faults and implement appropriate corrective actions to minimize equipment downtime.

• Support the installation, commissioning, and testing of mechanical equipment and systems.

• Ensure compliance with applicable safety procedures, OSHA standards, and maintenance practices.

• Prepare maintenance reports, document inspection findings, and maintain accurate equipment maintenance records.

• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure safe and efficient equipment operations.

Education

• Local and Expat Candidates with a Degree: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a Bachelor's degree in a Technical, Trade, or Vocational field specializing in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Technology.

• Expat Candidates Without a Degree: High School Certificate or Vocational School Diploma in Mechanical Technology or a related field.

Experience

• Candidates with a Degree: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas sector.

• Candidates Without a Degree: Minimum 11 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas sector.

English Language Proficiency

• Minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent TOEFL scores:

• Internet-Based (iBT): 60

• Paper-Based (PBT): 498

• Computer-Based (CBT): 171

Preferred Technical Skills & Experience

• Experience in Oil & Gas and petrochemical environments.

• Strong knowledge of rotating and static mechanical equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Experience with compressors, engines, gas turbines, steam turbines, and gearboxes.

• Proficiency in mechanical equipment overhauling, repair, and preventive maintenance.

• Knowledge of vibration analysis, equipment alignment, and condition monitoring.

• Experience with mechanical seals, lubrication systems, and rotating equipment components.

• Familiarity with relief valves, valve actuators, and MOV actuators.

• Experience operating lathe machines and performing machining activities.

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of industrial safety procedures and mechanical maintenance practices.

• Preferred Certifications:

  • Vibration Analysis Level I Certification.

  • OSHA Safety Certification.

  • Relevant technical certifications in mechanical maintenance or rotating equipment.